private sectors may try to over investigate patients for revenue, so be cautious....
Simple back problems do not need MRI scans or xrays.
Treatment is universally the same which is physiotherapy and analgesia. Generally speaking if a back problem has not resolved after 2 weeks then a referral for physiotherapy is the best option.
Cases which are resistent to treatments and longstanding may benefit from an MRI scan in order to confirm the diagnosis and extent of the problem.
However in priniciple back problems are treated:
Initially - conservatively with physio
Medical - with injections and pain reliveing agents
Lastly by surgery which should be your last resort and where an MRI scan is most necessary.
If you need further advice or some physio sessions your welcome to contact us.
private sectors may try to over investigate patients for revenue, so be cautious....
Simple back problems do not need MRI scans or xrays.
Treatment is universally the same which is physiotherapy and analgesia. Generally speaking if a back problem has not resolved after 2 weeks then a referral for physiotherapy is the best option.
Cases which are resistent to treatments and longstanding may benefit from an MRI scan in order to confirm the diagnosis and extent of the problem.
However in priniciple back problems are treated:
Initially - conservatively with physio
Medical - with injections and pain reliveing agents
Lastly by surgery which should be your last resort and where an MRI scan is most necessary.
If you need further advice or some physio sessions your welcome to contact us.
regards